Keeping cost down and quality high can be a challenge. Companies need to walk the narrow line where quality and competitive pricing meet. At Seaborn Manufacturing, we do this on a daily basis so we know it can be done and is essential to success. Located in Ontario and proudly serving industries across North America, including our growing reputation for metal fabrication Brampton, we have honed our operations to achieve both efficiency and excellence with no compromise.
Cutting costs does not allow you to cut corners. We feel the best option as a fabricator is to invest in technology and people. It may seem off to spend more to save, but advanced equipment such as CNC machinery, robotics, and integrated ERP systems dramatically improve both speed and quality. With better controls over the processes and proper tolerances, you get less waste, fewer errors, and a more consistent output. This kind of technology upfront approach to business has helped us deliver top results in our metal fabrication Brampton operation. Technology improves precision, productivity and quality.
Supply chain management is another area looked to for cost savings. It is tempting to spread purchases across countless vendors, but consolidation has often led to better prices and the best service. When companies build long term relationships with a trusted group of vendors, the results are reliable supply and improved quality. At Seaborn, we have cultivated strong partnerships, as well as in and around Brampton. Our clients largely are between Windsor, through GTA and along the highway to Ottawa. Having the bulk of our work in Ontario allows for fast economical shipping and unparalleled client service.
People are probably the most overlooked ways to reduce expenses. At Seaborn by cross training staff we can seamlessly have staff switch roles and departments. We thereby have an easier time avoiding bottlenecks. A versatile and skilled workforce also has better insight into the complete process. They are likely to identify problems early on, before they become costly mistakes. Little things like checking fits for weldments save money. The part may well be dimensionally correct, but a small improvement can make final assembly easier and faster. In our metal fabrication Brampton area, our cross skilled team quickly adapts to shifting demands while maintaining productivity and quality.
Energy consumption is the silent cost driver that often goes unnoticed. Monthly utility bills add up, especially for energy hungry equipment like compressors. We have upgraded to more efficient machines, such as variable speed compressors, LED lighting, improved HVAC and more. Seaborn has reduced its environmental impact and our expenses. Seaborn, sustainability is part of our business strategy. Our energy upgrades have significantly reduced our operating cost.
None of these efforts will matter if machines do not run at their best. Preventive maintenance is critical. Unexpected downtime is costly, not just the repair costs but the lost production and cascading scheduling issues. Preventative maintenance, and daily checks help keep our equipment running reliably. Our maintenance program ensures that every piece of equipment from our CNCs to hand tools are kept in peak working order.
Data collection plays an important part in controlling costs. When you know and track exactly how long a job takes, how much material was used, or how often a machine needs repair(large and small), you have the information you need to make the tough choices correctly. Each metal fabrication Brampton or Ottawa provides us with the opportunity to use what we know and learn more to move forward better.
Ultimately, cost cutting in manufacturing is not about cutting budgets. It has to be about working better and smarter. Technology combined with skilled people, and proven processes delivers exceptional results at Seaborn Manufacturing.
At Seaborn Manufacturing, we are proud of how we help our clients meet their goals. From complex assemblies to precision metal fabrication Brampton projects, Seaborn has the equipment, knowledge and capability needed to deliver both value and performance on every job.
To learn more about how Seaborn can help your business, contact us today.